Description
Indulge in the decadent homemade version of the classic Twix bars with buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate layers. These bars are a delightful treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Shortbread Layer:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Caramel Layer:
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Chocolate Layer:
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother texture)
Instructions
- Shortbread Layer: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cream butter and sugar, add flour and salt, press into pan, and bake until golden.
- Caramel Layer: Cook condensed milk, sugar, butter, and corn syrup until thickened. Stir in vanilla, pour over shortbread, and chill.
- Chocolate Layer: Melt chocolate and oil, pour over caramel, and chill until set. Cut into bars and store in the fridge.
Notes
- You can substitute dark chocolate or semisweet chips for a richer flavor.
- To make them bite-sized, use an 8×8-inch pan for thicker layers and cut smaller squares.